pháo lồng

[faːw˧˦ ləwŋ͡m˨˩]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

(noun) a checkmate resulting from two cannons aligning with an exposed general on a non-diagonal line, in which the rear cannon is ready to check, and the front one can check if the general's controller futilely attempts to shield it with another piece

Noun

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes

Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗

Common questions

What does “pháo lồng” mean?

(noun) a checkmate resulting from two cannons aligning with an exposed general on a non-diagonal line, in which the rear cannon is ready to check, and the front one can check if the general's controller futilely attempts to shield it with another piece

Is “pháo lồng” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.